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Informational Massachusetts AG MA Oct 2, 2026

Massachusetts Debt Collection Enforcement Settlement

On September 14, 2026, a settlement was reached providing about $52 million in debt relief to Massachusetts consumers and barring defendants from conducting collection activity in the state.

On September 14, 2026, a settlement was reached providing about $52 million in debt relief to Massachusetts consumers and barring defendants from conducting collection activity in the state.

What changed

Judgment Acquisitions Unlimited and Champion Funding are now permanently barred from operating as debt collectors in Massachusetts.

Compliance perspective

This action reinforces the need for debt collection firms to ensure compliance with state licensing requirements.

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